Postdoctoral positions in algorithms, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Berkeley CA (Israel & U.S.A.), Deadlines: 15 Dec 2014

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Postdoctoral positions in algorithms, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Berkeley CA (Israel & U.S.A.), Deadlines: 15 Dec 2014

Multiple Postdoctoral Programs at the Israeli center of research
excellence in Algorithms
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We are seeking excellent candidates for three postdoctoral programs:

1. I-CORE in Algorithms postdoctoral program

2. I-CORE in Algorithms and the Simons Institute for the Theory of
Computing in Berkeley - a joint postdoctoral program

3. Leonardo Fibonacci fellowships - a joint postdoctoral program of
I-CORE Algo, CNR and ENEA

Details:
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1. I-CORE in Algorithms postdoctoral program
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We are seeking excellent candidates for postdoctoral positions at the
I-CORE ALGO (Israeli center of research excellence in algorithms)
institutes. The positions are supported by the Israeli Science Foundation
(ISF).
The Israeli Center of Research Excellence in Algorithms is part of the
I-CORE program, initiated by the Government of Israel and adopted by
Israel's Council of Higher Education, in order to reinforce Israel's
intellectual capacities and promote synergy among Israel's leading research
centers. The institutes participating in the center are:

* The Blavatnik School of Computer Science, Tel Aviv University
* The Rachel and Selim Benin School of Computer Science and Engineering,
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem,
* Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science, Weizmann Institute of
Science.

Topics of interest include (but are not limited to): all variety of
algorithms (optimization, online, streaming, approximation, randomized,
geometric and more), cryptography, security and privacy, algorithmic game
theory, quantum computing, networking and distributed computing, databases,
machine learning and computer vision.

To apply please send the following to icorealgo@cs.tau.ac.il (deadline:
15/12/14)

* A CV of the applicant including the list of publications.
* A short research statement.
* The preferable I-CORE ALGO fellow to work with (if already known) and
institution in I-CORE ALGO. (There is a possibility of more than one fellow
and/or institution.)

In addition, all applicants should ensure that their recommenders email
their letters (as pdf files) to the email address above, with the subject
line "<candidate_name>: recommendation". (It is the applicant's
responsibility to ensure that the letters are sent; the Institute will not
solicit letters directly.)

The deadline is 15th December 2014, 24:00 (at GMT+1)

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2. I-CORE in Algorithms and the Simons Institute for the Theory of
Computing in Berkeley - a joint postdoctoral program
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I-CORE Algo ? Israeli Center of Research Excellence in algorithms, and the
Simons Institute for the Theory of Computing are seeking excellent
candidates for a joint postdoctoral program starting in the academic year
2015-2016.

The Israeli Center of Research Excellence in Algorithms is part of the
I-CORE program, initiated by the Government of Israel and adopted by
Israel's Council of Higher Education, in order to reinforce Israel's
intellectual capacities and promote synergy among Israel's leading research
centers. The members of the center are some of Israel's most exceptional
computer scientists, from The Blavatnik School of Computer Science in Tel
Aviv University, The Rachel and Selim Benin School of Computer Science and
Engineering in The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and the Faculty of
Mathematics and Computer Science in Weizmann Institute of Science.

The Simons Institute for the Theory of Computing is an exciting new venue
for collaborative research in theoretical computer science and related
fields. The Institute is housed in a dedicated building on the UC Berkeley
campus, and acts as a vibrant and welcoming environment for visiting
researchers. In each academic semester the activities of the Institute are
largely focused on specific research programs, each of which attracts
thirty to forty participants ranging from senior scientists to graduate
students. The Simons Institute for the Theory of Computing was created in
2012 through a ten-year grant from the Simons Foundation (more information
can be found at: http://simons.berkeley.edu/fellows2015).

The joint postdoctoral position would start in Fall 2015. The joint
post-doctoral fellow will first spend a semester (Fall 2015) at the Simons
Institute, and then will continue at the I-Core in Algorithms for the
remainder of the academic year. The topics of the research programs for
Fall 2015 in the Simons Institute are Algorithmic Challenges in Genomics"
and "Counting Complexity and Phase Transitions".) The topics of research
in I-CORE in Algorithms include (but are not limited to): all variety of
algorithms (optimization, online, streaming, approximation, randomized,
geometric and more), cryptography, security and privacy, algorithmic game
theory, quantum computing, networking and distributed computing, databases,
machine learning and computer vision. The research interests of potential
candidates should match the research interests of both institutions.

Salaries and benefits are competitive and assistance with visas and housing
will be provided.
We particularly encourage applications from outstanding women and minority
candidates. In addition, the I-CORE in Algorithms would provide some
support to travel to and from Israel.
In some circumstances, the fellowship maybe be awarded for more than one
year, up to a maximum of two years.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Each applicant should submit the following documents (as pdf files) in a
single email to icorealgo@cs.tau.ac.il.

- cover letter, including current institution and employment status,
(expected) date of PhD, and a statement indicating the Simons Institute
program (or programs) in which you wish to participate, and why. For the
I-CORE Algo please indicate which institute you would like to perform the
research at (can be more than one);
- curriculum vitae, including full list of publications;
- research statement;
- names and email addresses of at least three recommenders.

The deadline for receipt of all application materials, including letters,
is December 15, 2014.

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3. Leonardo Fibonacci fellowships - a joint postdoctoral program of I-CORE
Algo, CNR and ENEA
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I-CORE Algo ? the Israeli Center of Research Excellence in algorithms, CNR
? the National Research Council of Italy and ENEA ? the Italian National
agency for new technologies, Energy and sustainable economic development
are seeking excellent candidates for postdoctoral fellowships.

The joint program is supported by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
and one of its objectives is strengthening the bi-national cooperation in
science and technology between Italy and Israel, under the auspices of the
Italian-Israeli Agreement on Industrial, Scientific and Technological
Cooperation. CNR and ENEA participate in the program to help open new paths
towards excellence for young researchers, some of whom will eventually join
the Italian research system.

The Leonardo Fibonacci fellowships are named after the Italian
mathematician Leonardo Fibonacci, arguably the greatest European
mathematician of the middle ages.

I-CORE Algo is part of the I-CORE program, initiated by the Government of
Israel and adopted by Israel's Council of Higher Education in order to
reinforce Israel's intellectual capacities and promote synergy among
Israel's leading research centers. The members of the center are some of
Israel's most exceptional computer scientists, from The Blavatnik School of
Computer Science in Tel Aviv University, The Rachel and Selim Benin School
of Computer Science and Engineering in The Hebrew University of Jerusalem,
and the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science in Weizmann Institute
of Science.

SELECTION PROCESS
Researches of any nationality can apply to the program, given that they
obtained their PhD (Dottorato di Ricerca) from an institution in Italy no
longer than 2 years before the date of the application, or will obtain it
within 3 months after the application. EU nationals can apply independently
of where they have obtained their degree, within the same temporal frame.
Equal opportunity is a principle underlying the whole selection process.

Key criteria for the selection will be

1. the scientific potential of the candidates, as assessed by their
academic record and thesis, by publications, if any, by previous research
experience and by any previous awards and honors.

2. the expected benefits of the fellowship for the trainees, as indicated
also by a short research statement (or tentative project) submitted with
the application.

Reference letters are requested from at least three recommenders and will
contribute to assess both criteria.

The Fellowships will be awarded initially for a period of up to twelve
months, and they may be prolonged, after consideration, within the same
program or other programs of the I-CORE center.
The Leonardo Fibonacci fellows will perform their postdoctoral research in
one of the I-CORE in Algorithms institutions. Salaries and benefits are
competitive and assistance with visas and housing will be provided.

The selection Committee (3 members, from the CNR, the I-CORE in Algorithms
and the Embassy of Italy in Israel) will choose between applicants, on the
basis of the above criteria.

The selected candidates will submit a brief activity report to the
Committee every three months.

RESEARCH SCOPE

The topics of research in I-CORE in Algorithms include (but are not limited
to): all variety of algorithms (optimization, online, streaming,
approximation, randomized, geometric and more), cryptography, security and
privacy, algorithmic game theory, quantum computing, networking and
distributed computing, databases, machine learning and computer vision.

The selected candidates will be able to choose which of the center members
will be their advisor.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To apply, please send the attached form (as .pdf) by e-mail to both

icorealgo@cs.tau.ac.il and lucilla.alagna @esteri.it

In addition, applicants should ensure that their recommenders email their
letters (as pdf files) to the email addresses above, with the subject line
"<candidate_name>: recommendation". (It is the applicant's responsibility
to ensure that the letters are sent; letters will not be solicited
directly.)

The deadline is 15th December 2014, 24:00 (at GMT+1)